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Hollywood and Twitter Reacts to Annette Funicello’s Death

Posted on April 8, 2013 by John Frost

As you might expect for a Disney Legend and real sweetheart like Annette Funicello, there has been an outpouring of emotion for her online. Here are a few of the many comments made today: Rest in peace, Annette Funicello… — … Continue reading →

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Disney World Cast Member Dies After Fall from Scaffolding

Posted on March 21, 2013 by John Frost

A Walt Disney World cast member has died after falling from scaffolding at the Walt Disney World power plant. According to local news reports, the fall was from a height of approximately 5 feet and the cast member complained of … Continue reading →

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One Killed in Backstage Roads Crash

Posted on December 21, 2012 by John Frost

Walt Disney World is a gigantic place at nearly 27,000 acres. While guests are allowed to travel through many of the areas, there are a few areas where only official vehicles and cast members are supposed to drive. One of these is … Continue reading →

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Disney Settles With Family Whose 9-year old Boy Died in Accident with Disney Bus

Posted on September 8, 2012 by John Frost

The family of the 9-year old boy who died after riding his bike off the sidewalk and into the side of a Disney transport bus near Fort Wilderness has reached a settlement with Disney that will keep this case out … Continue reading →

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Walt Disney Remembered

Posted on December 15, 2011 by John Frost

There’s no doubt Walt Disney is an American Icon. What he was able to achieve in his 66 years on the planet shaped the American psyche in ways that we’re still just beginning to understand (see virtual reality for instance). … Continue reading →

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